Paracord & Rappelling Gear - 550 Military Cord & Field Equipment

Q: What is 550 paracord, and what does the 550 mean?

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Q: How much paracord do I need for a survival kit?

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Q: What can paracord be used for in the field?

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550 paracord, the military-standard utility cord rated to a minimum 550-pound breaking strength, is one of the most versatile pieces of field equipment ever produced. Originally used as parachute suspension lines, it became the universal utility cord of military field operations after troops discovered its usefulness extended far beyond its original purpose. Every length of paracord and every piece of rappelling gear in this collection meets the military specification standards that make this equipment reliable when it matters most.

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550 Paracord Bulk Spools Military-specification Type III 550 paracord in 50-foot, 100-foot, and 1000-foot spool formats for general field use, crafting, and survival kit stocking. Seven inner nylon strands that can be separated for fishing line, suturing thread, and fine lashing applications. Available in OD green, black, coyote, and safety orange.

Paracord Bracelets Pre-woven paracord bracelets that carry 6-12 feet of usable 550 cord on your wrist for immediate access. Dissolves into a usable length of paracord in under 30 seconds. Popular as everyday carry survival accessories and gift items for military, outdoor, and tactical enthusiasts.

Rappelling & Climbing Accessories Carabiners, D-rings, and rappelling accessories for field rope work, equipment attachment, and load-bearing applications. Military-specification hardware rated for personnel loads.

Complete your field survival kit with outdoor survival gear, knives, tactical backpacks, and first aid kits.

Frequently Asked Questions

550 paracord is military-specification parachute cord rated to a minimum breaking strength of 550 pounds. Type III 550 paracord has seven inner nylon strands inside a braided outer sheath. The 550 designation refers to the breaking strength in pounds; the cord will not break under a 550-pound static load. The inner strands add additional utility; they can be removed and used individually for fishing line, sutures, and fine cordage applications.

A basic survival kit should include a minimum of 50 feet of 550 paracord sufficient for basic shelter construction, equipment lashing, and improvised tools. A full field kit typically carries 100 feet. A paracord bracelet carries 6-12 feet of immediately accessible paracord as a minimum. For extended operations, add bulk spools to your pack.

Documented field uses for 550 paracord include shelter construction, equipment lashing, boot laces, improvised tourniquet, fishing line (inner strands), snare wire, clothesline, rappelling assist line, tarp tie-downs, pack strap repair, knife lanyard, dog leash, and water collection drip line. The combination of strength, flexibility, and the separable inner strands makes it the most versatile cordage available at its weight.

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